How to set up an eSIM for travel!, by Madi Beumee on YouTube. 2 min 7 s.
- Video length
- 2 min 7 s
- Time to do it
- 10 minutes
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Steps
- 8
What you need
Steps
Check that your phone supports eSIM. Open Settings, go to About phone, and look for an eSIM or IMEI (EID) entry. If it is missing, your phone cannot use an eSIM.
Ask your carrier to your phone if it is locked to them, and confirm it is eSIM-ready before you buy a travel plan.
Buy a travel eSIM plan for your destination and choose the data amount and number of days you need.
Connect to Wi-Fi. Open Settings, then Network and internet, then SIMs, and tap Add eSIM or Download a SIM instead.
Scan the QR code from your provider's email with your phone camera, or enter the activation code manually if scanning fails.
Name the new eSIM something clear like Travel, then set it as the line for mobile data under Settings, Network and internet, SIMs.
Turn on data roaming for the travel eSIM only. Keep your home SIM active for calls and texts if you want to receive verification codes.
When you land, switch mobile data to the travel eSIM and check that the signal and data work before you leave the airport.
Tips and common mistakes
Install the eSIM before you travel while you still have reliable Wi-Fi, but activate the plan only when you reach your destination if the provider counts days from activation.
Turn off data roaming on your home SIM so you do not get charged for background data.
Screenshot the QR code and activation details in case you need to reinstall the eSIM later.
Questions
Can I use a travel eSIM and my normal SIM at the same time?
Yes, most Android phones keep both lines active. Set the travel eSIM for mobile data and leave your home SIM on for calls and texts.
What if my phone does not show an Add eSIM option?
Your phone may be carrier-locked or too old for eSIM. Check with your carrier or the phone maker before buying a plan.
Do I need to remove my physical SIM?
No. You can keep your physical SIM in the phone and add the travel eSIM as a second line.
This guide was drafted from the video's details and general task knowledge. It has not been checked against the full video. Check the video and relevant product instructions before following a procedure. Report a correction.
